PLUS ONE SEASON a Fake Dating Summer Romance with Weddings, Forced Proximity, and Slow Burn Love Story: recently dumped woman hires professional

After a highly public breakup, Ava Hart is determined to navigate a summer of weddings with her dignity intact. With three events on her calendar-and her ex still lingering in overlapping social circles-arriving alone is not an option.Her answer is unexpectedly practical: hire a professional plus-one.Luke Mercer has built a reputation on being exactly what his clients need, whether that's a charming date, a seamless conversationalist, or a steady presence in socially complicated situations. What begins as a straightforward arrangement for one wedding soon extends to three, as Ava finds herself relying on Luke in ways that go beyond appearances.Set against a backdrop of vineyard celebrations, coastal receptions, and an elegant black-tie finale, their partnership evolves with each event, revealing vulnerabilities neither intended to share. As the line between performance and authenticity begins to dissolve, both Ava and Luke are forced to confront what they truly want-and what they may risk by choosing it.Plus-One Season is a contemporary romantic comedy that combines sharp dialogue, emotional depth, and a vivid summer setting, appealing to readers who enjoy character-driven romance with a strong sense of place and escalating interpersonal stakes.summer romance bookwedding romancefake dating romanceromantic comedy beach readslow burn romancesmall town romance summerromcom books for womenbeach read romance 2026